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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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